Jewish Law

Rabbi Moshe Vaye says that cherries from Brazil don't need to be checked, whereas cherries from Argentina need checking. It…

Watch a short and simple video on how to check for bugs from Rivka Malka's kitchen

“Saying an establishment is “supervised” means nothing and opens the door to kashrut fraud”

The “Law of Moses and Israel” doesn’t include Jesus

They have an equal share in eternal reward and mutual appreciation for each other is the best way to build…

Speaking to G-d is a wonderful thing but make sure to take out your earplugs so you can hear what…

When do we read Parshat Shekalim? What is the mitzvah of giving a half shekel? What was the purpose of…

An overview of the laws of leaving a sefer open.

May a person leave the place where he is eating before reciting Grace After Meals? What should one do with…

Until what time may one recite the Shacharit prayer?

Naming for one who died in tragic circumstances may not be a good omen for the child.

Question: Is one obligated to eat bread on Motza’ei Shabbat for the fourth Shabbat meal which is also referred to…

Q. A person was reading a book and wishes to place a bookmark either by scratching with his fingernail or…

May one write a Torah scroll for a Reform congregation, because after all, they are Jews and are obligated in…

According to Jewish law, is one allowed to smoke drugs?

Some scientists suggest that the left side may be the healthiest to sleep on at night. Is this true for…

Many verses in the Torah emphasize the fact that we were slaves in Egypt, and therefore we must act in…

What is the reason for the prohibition of Shatnez? What is the source of the name? What is the obstacle…

Is it permissible to smoke according to Jewish Law? When is an acceptable risk no longer acceptable? Rabbi Taub presents…

Is it permissible to vow to give a donation to a charitable cause?

When is a person required to fulfill any mental commitments made to give charity?

Who is eligible to receive charity? If a person is in need of food or clothing immediately, no checking is…

What should be done in a situation where one has committed to giving charity to a certain cause, and it…

The reason that people tend to find it difficult to give charity with a smile is because there are so…

I manage a family vacation site during the holiday, and since there are guests staying only during the Chol Hamoed…

Are we allowed to do everything like we would on weekdays, or do we have certain prohibitions similar to those…